The hallowed halls of academia may have filled with a dizzying array of counter-culture fashion since the 1960s, but like its fellow fashion statement the corduroy jacket, the academic beard continues to hold fast to the faces of many an academic.

Dr. William G. Fahrenholtz, professor of ceramic engineering at Missouri
University of Science and Technology (S&T), has been named Curators'
Professor of ceramic engineering. Fahrenholtz will be officially
recognised during commencement ceremonies at S&T on Saturday, Dec.
15. We think he would be recognised wherever he goes - the tonal variations in whiskers and mane are most distinctive.